Postcode Analysis Harlow, East of England

WESTFIELD, CM18 6AB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTFIELD, CM18 6AB.

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Population

310

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 42,500 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CM18 6AB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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4/10
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8/10
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8/10
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7/10
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3/10
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5/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

CM18 6AB is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £407k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 2.5% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CM18 6AB is a safe, established residential area on Westfield, 0.4km from Tye Green in Harlow. Administratively it sits within Toddbrook ward and the Harlow constituency.

For families considering a move, CM18 6AB represents a diverse suburb with younger adults and first-time buyers, good starter homes. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £407k, up 2.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CM18 6AB are sourced from Output Area E00111090 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CM18 6AB. The average age is 40.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.3%
Asian / British Asian3.9%
Black / African / Caribbean2.6%
Other / Mixed4.2%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 352,000

5 sales · Mean £ 360,400

Semi-Detached

£ 410,000

1 sales · Mean £ 410,000

Detached

£ 404,995

1 sales · Mean £ 404,995

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CM18 6AB has low crime rates — 44 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences74
Drugs15
Criminal damage and arson14
Public order14
Other theft9

school Local Schools

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St Mark's West Essex Catholic School

Good1072 pupils0.1 km
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The Downs Primary School and Nursery

Requires Improvement434 pupils0.7 km
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Bmat Stem Academy

Good161 pupils0.8 km
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Sir Frederick Gibberd College

440 pupils0.8 km
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Harlow Fields School and College

Good158 pupils0.8 km
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William Martin Church of England Junior School

Good238 pupils0.8 km
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William Martin Church of England Infant and Nursery School

Good191 pupils0.8 km
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Freshwaters Primary Academy

Good417 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

33 nearby
  • 1:1 Diet By Cambridge Weight Plan - Tinette Weinman0.6 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
  • Bush Fair Food Centre0.9 km
  • Coppice Hatch Supermarket0.9 km
  • + 28 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Elbow Grease0.8 km
  • Poplar Kitten0.8 km
  • Mecca Bingo Club0.9 km
  • Q Bar0.9 km
  • Phoenix Live1.0 km
  • + 5 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

24 nearby
  • The Parent Hood Of Harlow0.4 km
  • Cafe Pizzeria0.9 km
  • Randaa1.0 km
  • Kaz's / Bishaal0.9 km
  • Churchill Catering Ltd At Harlow Leisurezone Cafe0.6 km
  • + 19 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • New Harlow Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Tennessee Express Harlow0.9 km
  • My Plaice0.9 km
  • Dial A Kebab1.0 km
  • Tommy Tuckers0.9 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Asda0.7 km
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • Iceland1.0 km
  • Co-op0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Holiday Inn Express0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Harlow Town2.1 km
  • Harlow Mill3.5 km
  • Roydon5.0 km

Bus Stops

  • St Marks School0.1 km
  • St Marks School0.1 km
  • Westfield0.2 km
  • Westfield0.2 km
  • Leisure Centre0.4 km